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IB ESS SL 2.2.11 Food Chains and Trophic Levels Question Bank

Interpret trophic levels and energy movement through food chains.

Syllabus
First assessment 2026
Course
ESS SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • identify the ecological process or energy relationship
  • apply the correct thermodynamic, productivity or trophic concept
  • justify the conclusion from evidence and system boundary

2.2.11—Food chains and trophic levels question 1

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Figure A simplified food web in a kelp forest ecosystem

Figure A simplified food web in a kelp forest ecosystem

Figure Kelp forest ecosystems with and without the presence of sea otters

Figure Kelp forest ecosystems with and without the presence of sea otters

The arrows indicate the flow of carbon between the atmosphere and the carbon stored in kelp.

State the trophic level of sea urchins in the kelp forest ecosystem shown in Figure.

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